If It’s Not A "Hell, Yes!", It’s A "Hell, No"

June 18, 2011

I may have written about this before,but I am reminded of a foolproof method for making critical decisions in your life.It’s the “Hell, Yes!” rule.As my friend Kristine says when it comes to dating,If he’s not a “Hell, Yes!”, well then he’s a “Hell, No.”She was right about that, so I’ve taken to using the “Hell, Yes” method with every major decision in my life.I’m planning a move and looking at real estate.It’s a daunting process that I narrowed down to a truly stunning property across town.Do you love it, my friend and financial planner,Heather Locus, asked.“Yes…I mean…I think so,” I said weakly,revealing volumes to myself and to Heather.That place may have been a “yes”, but it wasn’t a “Hell, Yes!”Where do the “Hell, Yeses!” show up in your life?Parenting? Hell, yes!Coaching? Hell, yes!Friends, lovers and other strangers who guarantee good times, good conversationand appreciation & acknowledgement forwho you are?Hell, Yes! Hell, Yes! Hell, Yes!And, please, don’t save the Hell, Yes! Methodfor special occasions;it’s good for everyday use, too.French Fries: yesOnion rings: Hell, Yes!